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What is a precedent in the legal system?
What is a precedent in the legal system?
A previous decision that will have an effect on future cases as it was related to an important point.
What is the main role of a solicitor?
What is the main role of a solicitor?
To advise clients and prepare legal documents, such as wills or contracts for buying and selling houses.
What is the difference between a prosecution lawyer and a defense lawyer?
What is the difference between a prosecution lawyer and a defense lawyer?
A prosecution lawyer tries to prove that the defendant committed a crime, while a defense lawyer works to show that the evidence is not enough to prove the defendant's guilt.
What is the main responsibility of a solicitor in legal situations?
What is the main responsibility of a solicitor in legal situations?
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What is the difference in the roles of a prosecution lawyer and a defense lawyer?
What is the difference in the roles of a prosecution lawyer and a defense lawyer?
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How do judges and magistrates differ in the types of trials they handle?
How do judges and magistrates differ in the types of trials they handle?
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